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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
I believe films should be snapshot of time and place: Director of “Godavari” Nikhil Mahajan at IFFI52
Our film is a tribute to filmmaker Nishikant Kamat
Panaji, 23 November 2021
“I believe if one watches the film Godavari in 2070, it should give an idea on how river Godavari was in 2020. That way, I want films to be the snapshots of time and place,” said Nikhil Mahajan, Director Godavari at IFFI 52, in Panaji, Goa today.
“Our film is a tribute to one of the most talented filmmakers of our time Nishikant Kamat. He was very close to all of us. I and Jitendra Joshi  decided on that day that we will make a film on this. This is my third feature film after Pune-52 and Baji,” added Shri Mahajan.
The film starts in the backdrop of the protagonist coming to realize about his impending death. Godavari portrays this journey of the character who starts preparing for his family’s future and preserve the traditions.
“Rivers are lifelines, they create civilization and Godavari is one such river. It is very sacred and important river and people believe there is something magical about this river. I got to see Godavari for the first time for this movie. It was a great experience to see a completely new city and to portray it in a movie”, noted Mahajan.
About the Movie
Godavari by Nikhil Mahajan is set in present day Nashik, a city in Maharatshtra on the banks of the river Godavari, the film is the story of a grumpy landlord and his family members who have to cope with two deaths: one they know about and another that they aren’t prepared for. Movie has Jitendra Joshi in lead role.
This sets the landlord on a spiritual journey, starting his relationship with the Godavari River. ‘Godavari’ is a deep philosophical exploration of life and death.
About the Director
Nikhil Mahajan is a director and writer, known for Godavari , Pune-52  and Betaal .TEAM IFFI PIB | NT/MC/DR/IFFI-59
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Ministry of Development of North-East Region
PERMANENT STRUCTURE OF STEEL SUSPENSION BRIDGE ACROSS THE SUMHAK RIVER, BY A REGISTERED SOCIETY UNDER THE MINISTRY OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION .
Lower Chinhan village is located about 58 km from Khonsa town in Lazu circle of Tirap District and shares an international boundary with Myanmar. There are 163 households with a total population of 813 people. It is one of the most remote villages in Tirap district and is inhabited by Olloh tribe. The village comes under NERCORMP project in the year 2014. The Participatory Rural Appraisal  exercise was conducted in the village to list out priorities of different development activities. During the exercise, the villagers identifed suspension bridge across the Sumhak river as one of the priority activity to be taking up in the village as this route is the life line of the village. This is the only route used by the villagers to go to Lazu and Khonsa for buying essential household items and other personal works. During rainy season  the villagers were facing very hard time to cross the river as the water volume of the river is huge and water flow current is very strong to cross it. So every year, the villagers build a temporary suspension bridge with bamboo structure to cross the river.
In the Financial Year 2015-2016, the project provided financial support to Meen-Ho-Jo NaRMG to build a permanent structure of steel suspension bridge across the Sumhak river. The designed of the bridge structure was provided by the PWD department. Mr. Linkwang Lowang, Assistant Engineer along with PTO conducted site survey and measured the length of the suspension bridge at 35 metres. The construction work started in the month of November 2015 and it takes 13 and half months to complete the work. The total cost of the construction of the bridge was at Rs.14,13,800/- including Rs.4,34,00/- as community contribution. The bridge was inuguarated on 9th March, 2018 by Shri. Hakresha Kri, EAC, Khonsa, Tirap district in the presence of Shri. Ruzing Bellai, District Project Director, NERCORMP-Tirap and Longding.
With the building of permanent structure steel suspension bridge through financial support from NERCORMP-Tirap and Longding, the villagers are now finding a great relieve and secured their safety in crossing the river. Also, the yearly labour investment in building new bamboo structure can be used for other productive works.
Shri Hakreshi Kri, EAC congratulated the NERCORMP team and village leaders of Lower Chinhan for successfully taking up such developmental work in this remote village and thanked the villagers particularly the NaRMG leaders and village chief and GB for putting their hard labour and successfully built the bridge in spite of great difficult terrain in the area. Because of this initiative, the village community are getting benefit of suspension bridge for travelling to district headquarter and other parts of the districts.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Cabinet approveslisting of Export Credit Guarantee Corporation Ltd.through the Initial Public Offer on the stock Exchange
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by the Hon'ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has given approval for listing of M/s. Export Credit Guarantee CorporationLtd. , an unlisted CPSE through the Initial Public Offer  on the Stock Exchange under the SEBI's  Regulations, 2018.
ECGC Limited is a wholly-owned CPSE of Government of India set up with the objective of improving the competitiveness of the exports by providing Credit Risk Insurance and related services for exports. The Company intends to increase its maximum liabilities  to Rs 2.03 lakh crore from Rs 1.00 lakh crore by 2025-26.
The proposed listing of ECGC Limited would unlock the true value of the company, promote 'people's ownership' by encouraging public participation in the equity holding of the company and also promote Corporate Governance through transparency and greater accountability.
Listing may enable ECGC to mobilize fresh capital from the market either through the same IPO or subsequently through a Follow-on Public Offer  and thereby help in increasing the Maximum Liability cover for it.
The disinvestment proceeds will be used for financing of social sector schemes.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
More than 21 crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 1.60 crore doses still available with States/UTs to be administered
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In addition, the Govt. of India has also been facilitating direct procurement of vaccines by the States/UTs. Vaccination is an integral pillar of the comprehensive strategy of Government of India for containment and management of the pandemic, along with Test, Track, Treat and COVID Appropriate Behaviour.
Implementation of the Liberalized and Accelerated Phase-3 Strategy of Covid-19 Vaccination has started from 1st May 2021.
Under the Strategy, in every month 50% of the total Central Drugs Laboratory  cleared vaccine doses of any manufacturer would be procured by Govt. of India. It would continue to make these doses available to the State Govts totally free of cost as was being done earlier.
Government of India has so far provided, both through the free of cost category and through direct state procurement category, more than 21 crore vaccine doses  to States/UTs.
Of this, the total consumption, calculated based on average up to 21st May, 2021, including wastages is 19,73,61,311 doses .
More than 1.60 crore COVID Vaccine doses  are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
Furthermore, more than 2.67 lakh  vaccine doses are in the pipeline and will be received by the States/UTs within the next 3 days.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
User Fee collection through FASTag crosses Rs 80 crore per day first time with record 50 Lakh Transactions in a day
The toll collection through FASTag first time crossed Rs 80 crore per day on 24th December 2020 withrecord 50 Lakh FASTag transactions per day, a historical landmark. With more than 2.20 crore FASTag issued till date, adoption of FASTag by the Highway users has seen unprecedented growth. With FASTag being mandatory for vehicles from 01st January 2021, the NHAI has made all necessaryarrangements to provide seamless movement of vehicles at Fee Plazas.Adoption of FASTag has helpedHighway users to save time &fuel at the toll plazas. The digital transaction has got necessary push through the recent amendment in Central Motor Vehicle Rules.
FASTag is easily available at over 30,000 points of sale  across the country and mandatorily available at NHAI toll plazas. It is also available online through Amazon, Flip Kart and Snapdeal. The program haspartnered with 27 Issuer Banks and, has included several optionsto simplify its rechargefacility such asBharat Bill Payment System , UPI, Online payments, My FASTag Mobile App, PAYTM, Google pay and others.In addition, cash recharge facility is alsobeing provided at Point of Sales  at Toll Plazas for convenience of users.
FASTag uses Radio-frequency Identification  technology that provide users a smooth and effortlesscross-over at Toll plazas without waiting/halting. The payment is made digitally through the FASTag linkedto the bank wallet. As social distancing has become the new norm, commuters are increasingly lookingat FASTag as a toll payment option as it nullifies the chances of any human contact between the driversand the toll operators. Being an inclusive technological tool for toll collection on highways, FASTag is amore practical and beneficial option.
Implementation of FASTag is one step in the direction of providing safe, smooth and seamless journey to commuters on National Highways.
Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation
Inaugural issue of Jal Charcha released
E-version of the magazine also launched
Shri Gadkari stresses on the need to implement successful practices in water conservation
Union Minister for Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Shri Nitin Gadkari released the inaugural issue of the monthly magazine of the Ministry – Jal Charcha – in New Delhi today.
Stressing on the need to implement successful practices in water conservation around the World, Shri Gadkari said that several steps in this direction have been taken in states like Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka and positive results are visible in the form of recharged wells resulting in improvement in socio-economic conditions of the people.
Reiterating the importance of recycling of water and Waste-to-Wealth, Shri Gadkari informed that in his constituency in Maharashtra 350 play grounds and 78 gardens have been identified where recycled water is to be used for sprinkling purpose, which will automatically conserve fresh water. Recycled water will be used in construction works also. He mentioned the MoU between National Mission for Clean Ganga and Indian Oil for reuse of recycled water in Mathura.
Shri Gadkari added that Delhi government has also expressed its desire to reuse the treated water from Okhla at Yamuna’s Wazirabad stretch. All this shows that awareness on water conservation is building up. There is need to include NGOs, social organizations and states in this serious issue of water conservation, he added.
Shri Gadkari said that the key to success in water sector is cooperation, coordination and communication and he hoped that this magazine will provide a suitable forum to promote water conservation.
Minister of State, Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Dr. Satya Pal Singh launched the e-version of the magazine which is available on mowr.gov.in.
Secretary Shri U.P. Singh informed the audience that Jal Charcha is the third magazine being published by the Ministry. The first is Namami Gange by National Mission for Clean Ganga and second is Jalansh by Central Water Commission.
The 25-page inaugural issue of Jal Charcha is the start of a journey that aims to engage with the people of India in informed decision-making at the central level. The magazine will be shared with people not just at the state level, but also at the grassroot level.
The magazine is also an effort to bring best practices in water sector to the national stage and move ahead in the direction of creating water consciousness in the minds of the people of the country. Given the vastness of the subject, while the theme of the magazine would change with every issue, effective management of water resources in an integrated manner will remain at the helm. Three regular series – Rivers, Dams and Conservation – will inform readers about the country’s rivers and water storage projects and best practices. The idea is to provide opportunity to all stakeholders to express themselves on pressing matters of water management.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
President of India Confers Nari Shakti Puraskar for 2019
15 Women Honoured for their Outstanding Contribution to Society
The President of India, Ram Nath Kovind presented Nari Shakti Puraskarfor the year 2019 at a special ceremony held in RashtrapatiBhavan, New Delhi on the occasion of International Women’s Day today. The awards were conferred on15 eminent women in recognition of their efforts in rendering distinguished services towards emancipation of women, especially vulnerable and marginalized women.Nari Shakti Puraskarawardee from Kollam, Alappuzha, Kerala, BhageerathiAmma,could not travel to Delhi to receive the award.
Nari Shakti Puraskar is an initiative of the Ministry of Women and Child Development to acknowledge the exceptional contribution made by individuals and institutions, to celebrate women as game changers and catalyst of positive change in the society. These outstanding women have contributed towards safeguarding women’s rightsalong with pushing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals. These awards are an effort to recognize women as equal partners in the advancement of society.
These achievers have not allowed age, geographical barriers or access to resources to come in the way of fulfilling their dreams. Their indomitable spirit will inspire the society at large and the young Indian minds in particular to break gender stereotypes, and stand up against gender inequality and discrimination.
The winners of the Nari ShaktiPuraskarfor the year 2019 are from fields as diverse as agriculture, sports, handicrafts, afforestation and wildlife conservation, Armed Forces and education.
The list of the Awardees is as under:
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Name
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Category
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State
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1
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PadalaBhudevi
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Individual
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Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh
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2
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Bina Devi
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Individual
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Munger , Bihar
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3
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Arifa Jan
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Individual
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Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir
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4
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ChamiMurmu
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Individual
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Rajnagar, SaraikelaKharsawan, Jharkhand
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5
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NilzaWangmo
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Individual
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Leh ,Ladakh
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6
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RashmiUrdhwareshe
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Individual
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Pune, Maharashtra
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7
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Sardarni Mann Kaur
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Individual
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Patiala, Punjab
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8
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Kalavati Devi
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Individual
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Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
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9
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Tashi and Nungshi Malik
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Individual
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Dehradun, Uttarakhand
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10
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KaushikiChakroborty
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Individual
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Kolkata, West Bengal
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11
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BhageerathiAmma
KarthyayiniAmma
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Individual
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Kollam, Alappuzha, Kerala
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12
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AvaniChaturvedi
Bhawna Kanth
Mohana Singh
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Individual
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Rewa, Madhya Pradesh
Darbhanga, Bihar
Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Indian Air Force
Ministry of Defence
INDIAN NAVY SHOWCASES LATEST INDIGENOUS ACQUISITIONS DURING THE PRESIDENT’S FLEET REVIEW
The Hon’ble President and Supreme Commander of the armed forces of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind reviewed the Indian Navy Fleet at Visakhapatnam on 21 Feb 22. With the theme ‘75 years in Service of the Nation,’ Indian Navy showcased its latest state-of-art indigenously built combat platforms during the 12th edition of the Fleet Review which was also conducted as part of the 75th anniversary of India's Independence being celebrated as 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav'.
After a 21-Gun Salute and Ceremonial Guard of Honour, the President embarked on the Presidential yacht, INS Sumitra, an indigenously built Naval Offshore Patrol Vessel designated as the Presidential yacht. The President was received by the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and Admiral R Hari Kumar, the Chief of Naval Staff. The Yacht sailed past 44 ships from the Navy, Coast Guard, SCI and MoES lined up in four columns at anchorage off Visakhapatnam, exhibiting the nation’s maritime power in full display. A spectacular flypast was conducted as a part of the static review of the Fleet. During the final stage of the review, a mobile column of warships and submarines carried out high-speed steam past alongside the Presidential yacht. Several enthralling waterfront activities by Parade of Sails, Search and Rescue Demonstration at Sea, Aerobatics by Hawk aircraft and Water Para Jumps by the elite Marine Commandos  held the guests mesmerised.
As the presidential yacht passed between the review columns, each ship dressed in full regalia, manned by her ship’s company saluted the President with traditional “Three Jais” in a demonstration of the unconditional allegiance to the country and the Supreme Commander.
The Hon’ble President also witnessed demonstrations in the form of a composite flypast by 55 aircraft including Chetaks, ALH, Sea Kings, KAMOVs, Dorniers, IL-38SD, P8I, Hawks and MiG 29K.
Addressing the Fleet during the Review, the Hon’ble President said that the Indian Navy’s constant vigil, prompt response to incidents and untiring efforts have been highly successful in ensuring Safety of the seas and of the maritime commons which are critical to our trade and energy needs. The President expressed his happiness on the Indian Navy becoming increasingly self-reliant and being at the forefront of the ‘Make in India’ initiative. He noted that about 70 per cent of the contents of several warships and submarines under construction in various public and private shipyards across the country are indigenous. He said that it is a matter of great pride that India has built nuclear submarines and soon we would have our indigenously built aircraft carrier, ‘Vikrant’, joining the service. He added that the development of indigenous naval shipbuilding capabilities is an impressive contribution to the making of an ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’. .
The Review was followed by the release of a special First Day Cover and a commemorative stamp by the Hon’ble President in the presence of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and Minister of State for Communication Shri Devusinh J Chauhan.
Prime Minister's Office
List of MoUs/Agreements signed during State Visit of Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia to India
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Memorandum of Understanding on investing in the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund between the Government of the Republic of India and the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Smt. Sushma Swaraj,
Minister of External Affairs
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H.E. Khalid Al Falih,
Minister of Energy, Industry and Mineral Resources
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Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in the field of Tourism between the Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of India and the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Shri T S Tirumurti,
Secretary
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H.E. Mr. Adel Al-Jubeir,
MOS for Foreign Affairs
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Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the Republic of India and the Government of Saudi Arabia for Cooperation in the Field of Housing
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Shri Ahmad Javed,
Ambassador of India to Saudi Arabia
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H.E. Dr. Majid bin Abdullah Al Qasabi,
Minister of Commerce & Investment
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Framework Cooperation Program between Invest India of the Republic of India and Saudi Arabian General Investment Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Enhancing Bilateral Investment Relations
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Shri Ahmad Javed,
Ambassador of India to Saudi Arabia
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H.E. Dr. Majid bin Abdullah Al-Qasabi,
Minister of Commerce & Investment
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MoU for Cooperation on Broadcasting between Prasar Bharati, New Delhi, India and Saudi Broadcasting Corporation , Saudi Arabia for Exchange of Audio Visual Programme.
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Shri Ahmad Javed,
Ambassador of India to Saudi Arabia
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H.E. Dr. Turki Abdullah Al-Shabanah,
Minister of Media
Note: In addition to the above, the Saudi side has signed the Framework Agreement on the International Solar Alliance
Ministry of Education
Union HRD Minister felicitates Anju Rani, a young education activist in New Delhi
Union Human Resource Development Minister Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank felicitated Anju Rani, a seventeen year young social activist working in the field of education in New Delhi today. Senior women officers of the Ministry were also present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion the Minister said that young population will drive the future of India in the coming years and role of the youth in the nation building is crucial. They have power to change the mindset of the people. The Minister appreciated Anju Rani for her outstanding contribution in eliminating child labour from her village and motivating their parents to allow their child to pursue education. He was delighted to know that due to her continuous efforts around 700 dropout children enrolled in schools in her district. Her mission ‘BulandUdaan’ is working on several other issues likeSo far, she has solved 965 child atrocity cases, enrolled prevented 40 child marriages, intervened in 15 sexual- harassment cases, etc.
The Minister further said Anju has come forward to fight against multiple inequalities and has contributed to nation building, so it is the responsibility of society that her family, community, Government and fellow youthshouldmotivate and support her in all possible ways. The Minister assured the best possible help to further her cause of inclusive education.
The Ministry of Human Resource Development is celebrating Women’s Week from 1st March to 8th March 2020. In this sequence, MHRD today  is promoting young women achievers who have made significant contribution to bring a social change in the society.Unique and appreciable contributions of some young women achievers are given below:
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